First, I hope things go well today. (I've been there, numerous times.)
As for what's happening about changing the filibuster rules for voting rights legislation, we're going to know whether Biden and Schumer are deft or ham-handed only after the fact. That is to say, I hope that there is much going on behind the scenes, and that that is where the real action is so far as the filibuster is concerned. But I think you are exactly right that time is growing very short.
I agree that Biden needs (unfortunately) to play his cards carefully in the game to get Manchin and Sinema to support ending the filibuster. Human nature dictates that shame is a powerful instigator of irrational defensiveness. I think he must (and hope is currently striving to) work with them behind the scenes to create a way for them to "do the right thing" while also saving face. I think for Biden to "call them out" runs a real risk of them choosing the wrong path merely to assert their independence. However - i agree with you, that WE can definitely call them out, and should
Hi, Connie, I just tested the link and it takes me to the Manchin letter writing campaign. It is possible that the "cache" in your computer is substituting a previous link. Try copying and pasting this link: https://www.committoflipblue.com/postcard_program
I cleared my cache and still get directed to CA only. I know you are groggy after your procedure and I had a cosmopolitan, so I will try again tomorrow. I read HCR first thing every morning and then I read your letter, I have a Blue Girls group in Sun Valley Red Idaho and we number 75 without much efforts we have to succeed in saving democracy.
First, I hope things go well today. (I've been there, numerous times.)
As for what's happening about changing the filibuster rules for voting rights legislation, we're going to know whether Biden and Schumer are deft or ham-handed only after the fact. That is to say, I hope that there is much going on behind the scenes, and that that is where the real action is so far as the filibuster is concerned. But I think you are exactly right that time is growing very short.
I hope you are right and believe that explanation is the most reasonable inference given confident statements by Schumer about passing S.1.
Good luck with your procedure. Be well.
I agree that Biden needs (unfortunately) to play his cards carefully in the game to get Manchin and Sinema to support ending the filibuster. Human nature dictates that shame is a powerful instigator of irrational defensiveness. I think he must (and hope is currently striving to) work with them behind the scenes to create a way for them to "do the right thing" while also saving face. I think for Biden to "call them out" runs a real risk of them choosing the wrong path merely to assert their independence. However - i agree with you, that WE can definitely call them out, and should
Godspeed. Blessings and good luck your way.
I clicked on the postcard link and got Keep California Blue. How do I send postcards to Manchin’s constituents
Hi, Connie, I just tested the link and it takes me to the Manchin letter writing campaign. It is possible that the "cache" in your computer is substituting a previous link. Try copying and pasting this link: https://www.committoflipblue.com/postcard_program
I cleared my cache and still get directed to CA only. I know you are groggy after your procedure and I had a cosmopolitan, so I will try again tomorrow. I read HCR first thing every morning and then I read your letter, I have a Blue Girls group in Sun Valley Red Idaho and we number 75 without much efforts we have to succeed in saving democracy.
Connie, I spoke w/one of the organizers, Joan. She's asked that you email her at joanbowman@cox.net so they can help address the issue.
Connie, I’ll check w/one of the campaign organizers and get back to you. Kudos to you for taking action!
Get well soon.
Agree w/JJ HOLLISTER and others: hope all went well